Ongava Lodge 

A luxury safari getaway

Ongava Game Reserve is a 30,000-hectare nature reserve made up of former cattle ranches located next to Etosha National Park.

Ongava is the indigenous word for rhino and conservation is at the heart of the lodge where ecosystems are protected for the animals that depend on them. As one of the largest private reserves in Namibia, Ongava is home to all kinds of animals including lions, elephants, black-faced impalas and giraffes which may be seen on morning and afternoon game drives.

There is a swimming pool for relaxing afternoons. The lounge and restaurant offer panoramic views over the reserve and the waterhole which attracts a host of local wildlife. The deck is the place to watch the setting sun before heading to dine under the stars.

Why we love Ongava Lodge

  • There’s a limited number of safari vehicles on the reserve, so you get private animal sightings and feel alone in the bush

  • Photographers love the hide, where you can watch animals at eye level

  • As Ongava is a private reserve, guests can also enjoy walking safaris

  • Guests love sitting on the deck at sunset with a cold drink, watching the sun light up the plains

Etosha
Ongava Lodge is located within the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve, at the southern border of Etosha National Park. It sits on an outcrop in the foothills of the Ondundozonanandana range
Ongava has its own private airstrip or it is a 5-hour drive from Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Sustainability

The lounge and restaurant offers panoramic views over the reserve and waterhole, which attracts a host of local wildlife. You can dine on a terrace under the stars.

Based on the healing powers of nature, indulge in some pampering with a massage, facial, manicure or pedicure at the spa.

Morning and afternoon nature drives are an essential part of Ongava and the guides have expert knowledge of the landscape and wildlife. Walking safaris will bring you closer to nature and a chance to see the prolific birdlife - with over 300 species idenitfied.

As a private game reserve, Ongava has developed partnerships with research and conservation organisations and the local community to preserve and safeguard wildlife. Some of the work can be seen at the Research Centre at Andersson's.